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Golden Tulip Ipanema PlazavsPousada Casa Aurea Boutique
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Golden Tulip Ipanema Plaza scores slightly better than Pousada Casa Aurea Boutique. Golden Tulip Ipanema Plaza ranks #14 in Rio de Janeiro with accolades from 7 publications such as Time Out, Rough Guide and Lonely Planet.
Golden Tulip Ipanema Plaza
Frommer's
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
Rough Guide
The Telegraph Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Rua Farme de Amoedo, 34, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22420-020
From $195/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The fabulous location -- just 1 block from Ipanema beach, in the heart of the neighborhood's trendy gay section -- is why so many stay here." Full review
Fodor's "The location close to Ipanema Beach is the main reason to stay at this hotel, which provides guests with beach chairs and umbrella service free of charge."
DK Eyewitness "This hotel occupies a tall tower a block from the sea at Ipanema’s Arpoador end. The rooms on the “Ipanema floor” have clean modern lines and colors, along with Italian furniture."
Time Out "Part of the Golden Tulip international hotel chain, the Plaza is a popular choice with the gay community given its exquisite location at the end of Farme de Amoedo." Full review
Star Service "This hotel is located on a busy corner one block from Ipanema Beach, within walking distance of Copacabana." Full review
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Four floors are dedicated smoke-free, and adjoining rooms are available on request.
Rough Guide Star
"The luxurious Ipanema Plaza (part of the Dutch-owned Golden Tulip chain) is small enough to provide individual attention to guests."
The Telegraph7.0
"Over a hundred rooms, almost on the beach and with a sizable rooftop pool it has much to offer, yet in places it feels weary and in need of some love and attention." Full review
Fodor's "In the heart of Ipanema's shopping and dining district...this hotel has standard accommodations and in-room amenities but a great rooftop view—a postcard shot of Corcovado and the lagoon. " Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A top choice, the 18-story Plaza features nicely decorated rooms with tile floors, a muted color scheme and sizable windows to let in the tropical rays." Full review
Pousada Casa Aurea Boutique Frommer's DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Lonely Planet
Rua Aurea N 80, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20240210
From $127/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Family Friendly
Frommer's "Only a short walk up the road from the main square in Santa Teresa, this affordable pousada is popular with sociable travelers and backpackers." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This informal, family-run budget boutique hostel sits in its own little garden patio on a Santa Teresa back street."
Rough Guide Star
"In a charming house dating from 1871, this lovely pousada has twelve simple rooms, some with private bathrooms and a/c."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Has rustic charm with simple but cozy rooms and a large covered garden where you can lounge on hammocks, fire up the barbecue or whip up a meal in the open-air kitchen." Full review
